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My kitten is lethargic and won't eat. How can I save my kitten?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 3 days old | 0 lbs

One more question about my poor Dewey, if he starts refusing food like his brother did before dying, or if he begins to act lethargic, is there anything more I can do for him? As I said in my question before, the vet refuses to see them. 3 out of 4 kittens are dead. I want this little guy to survive

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on June 2nd, 2017

If Dewey starts refusing food and acting lethargic, unfortunately there is nothing you can do for him at home besides giving him a teaspoon of honey or Karo syrup before having to rush him into the vet. Newborn kittens are extremely fragile, and any problem with them should be considered an emergency. I would find another vet to see him should he start acting like his brother did before he died.

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